2344 Lorillard Place, Bronx, NY 10458

The 3-story, 3-unit building at 2344 Lorillard Place in the Belmont neighborhood, owned by Surendra Dass and constructed in 1931, has experienced significant maintenance and safety issues over the past two years. Most notably, there has been a recurring pattern of heat and hot water problems in early 2025, with multiple emergency complaints between December 2024 and March 2025, though some were eventually resolved or appeared to be corrected.

As of April 2025, there are open violations related to unsanitary conditions (pests) and broken/missing window guards that require attention, along with several unaddressed maintenance issues identified in November 2024 including water leaks, mold, and problems with plaster surfaces in Apartment 3. The building's heating system maintenance has been particularly concerning, with multiple violations for failure to file required annual boiler inspection reports dating back to 2018, resulting in active penalties totaling $3,125 as of June 2024. Recent inspections have revealed rodent activity in the vicinity, with multiple compliance inspections showing rat activity between 2022 and 2025, though some recent inspections in 2025 have passed.

The property has also experienced various maintenance and safety deficiencies, including broken window guards, wall damage requiring repairs, and pest infestations. While there have been some improvements, as indicated by certain complaints being resolved, the building continues to have outstanding violations that affect habitability and safety, particularly concerning heating system maintenance and pest control. The management's response to inspection access requests has been variable, with some complaints being closed due to inability to gain access for inspection.